Heritage Car Assembly Manager

Williams Racing; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent motorsport team in the United Kingdom is seeking a Heritage Car Assembly Manager to oversee the preparation and delivery of their iconic Heritage car collection. The successful candidate will lead workshop operations, manage project timelines, and ensure the highest standards of quality. This role requires a strong background in motorsport engineering and excellent organizational skills in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience using workshop management software and time-tracking tools.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver complex technical projects on time.
• Health & Safety training relevant to workshop and event environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the build preparation and disassembly of Heritage cars.
• Manage Heritage team resources to meet departmental targets.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans and budgets.

Skills

Strong mechanical and electrical understanding of race car systems

Familiarity with legacy F1 technologies

Excellent organisational skills

Strong communication and stakeholder management

High attention to detail

Education

Degree or equivalent in Motorsport Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Technology

Health & Safety training

Tools

Workshop management software

Time-tracking tools

Job description

Williams is looking for a Heritage Car Assembly Manager someone with hands‑on experience building and running race cars, a deep understanding of historic motorsport and a proven track record in workshop and project management.

This is a rare opportunity to lead the preparation and delivery of our iconic Heritage car collection and customer vehicles working at the heart of a team that celebrates the legacy of Williams in Grand Prix racing. From restoration to event execution you’ll ensure every car and component meets the highest standards on time, on budget and ready to impress.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the build preparation and disassembly of Williams‑owned and customer Heritage cars ensuring timely and budget‑conscious delivery.
• Oversee associated car equipment preparation for events ensuring specification compliance.
• Manage Heritage team resources to meet departmental targets and optimise workflows.
• Collaborate with Design, Parts, Inventory, Race Coordination and Business Development teams.
• Liaise with engine suppliers and technical personnel to meet engineering and event requirements.
• Identify and report faults and reliability risks working with Design to resolve issues.
• Implement best practices to improve build quality, reliability and reduce workshop time.
• Track technician time via in‑house software to support efficiency analysis.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, budgets and risk mitigation strategies.
• Provide regular updates to the Heritage Director and stakeholders.
• Ensure alignment with organisational project management frameworks and change control processes.

About You

You’re an experienced motorsport professional with a solid grounding in the historic (ideally) car industry. You enjoy a fast‑paced environment and bring a proactive hands‑on approach to everything you do. With strong organisational and project management skills you’re confident leading workshop operations and coordinating across departments to deliver high‑quality results.

You’re a natural communicator who builds strong relationships internally and externally and you’re comfortable adapting to the demands of live events and tight deadlines. Your technical expertise is matched by your attention to detail and your ability to juggle multiple projects without compromising on quality whilst delivering on time.

Qualifications : Technical Skills

• Strong mechanical and electrical understanding of race car systems.
• Familiarity with legacy F1 technologies.
• Experience using workshop management software and time‑tracking tools.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to plan, manage and deliver complex technical projects on time and within budget.
• Applies commercial awareness to identify cost‑saving opportunities, optimise resource allocation and ensure every project aligns with business objectives and customer expectations.

Soft Skills

• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• High attention to detail and quality assurance.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and event schedules.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Motorsport Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Technology.
• Additional certifications in project management or leadership are a plus.
• Health & Safety training relevant to workshop and event environments.

Atlassian Williams Racing is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.